Star Valley, AZ to Maryvale, AZ is 101.1 miles and takes about 2 hours 5 minutes via South Beeline Highway, Red Mountain Freeway, and Papago Freeway, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Desert Southwest region, traversing Arizona for its entirety. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns and local road navigation rather than long stretches of open highway. It's a manageable, single-day journey perfect for a quick transition between two points in the region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.6 miles from Star Valley, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 101.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is characterized by its turn-heavy local drive profile, meaning you'll be making frequent adjustments. While 18% of the journey utilizes highway, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 73.1 miles on the South Beeline Highway. The character of the drive shifts as you move from the highway segments onto more localized roads closer to Maryvale. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to navigation and road changes.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Beeline Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 73.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 77.4 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 77.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 77.8 miles (AZ 202 Loop / Red Mountain Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
77.4 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward AZ 202 Loop West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AZ 202 Loop West
5
77.8 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|AZ 202 Loop / Red Mountain Freeway
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop / Red Mountain Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
89.8 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 10 West
5
90.8 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|I 10 / Papago Freeway
Merge onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
97.5 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 139
Toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South Beeline Highway
73.1 mi
1h 26m
Red Mountain Freeway
12 mi
13m
Papago Freeway
6.2 mi
7m
Payson-Show Low Highway
3.8 mi
6m
North 51st Avenue
2.2 mi
3m
North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
West Indian School Road
0.5 mi
1m
Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
South Beeline Highway
— 73.1 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Star Valley, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
1
Start on AZ 260
3.8 mi·6 min·Payson-Show Low Highway
2
Turn left onto AZ 87
73 mi·1 hr 26 min·South Beeline Highway
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on AZ 87
0.5 mi·47 sec·North Country Club Drive
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward AZ 202 Loop West
5
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop
12 mi·13 min·Red Mountain Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 WestUse the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 10
1.3 mi·1 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi·36 sec·Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
9
Continue on I 10
4.9 mi·5 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 139Toward 51st Avenue, 59th AvenueUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
2.2 mi·3 min·North 51st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Indian School Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North 55th Avenue
14
Continue on North 55th Avenue
169 ft·16 sec·North 55th Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour duration, this is easily a same-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight, especially since the longest stretch on South Beeline Highway is over 73 miles. While there are no specific stops noted, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $20. The turn-heavy nature of the drive means you should be extra vigilant with GPS or navigation tools to avoid missing any key turns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.6 miles from Star Valley, AZ, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryvale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Star Valley, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Star Valley, AZ
This is one driving day of about 101.1 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Star Valley, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Beeline Highway for about 73.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.6 mi from Star Valley, AZ
· 1h 2m into the drive
The midpoint is around 50.6 miles from Star Valley, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Maryvale, AZ
The final approach into Maryvale, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Maryvale, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Tonto National Monument
National Monument
Located within the northern range of the Sonoran Desert lie two cliff dwellings that were occupied from 1300-1450 CE (common era). They represent a vibrant culture consisting of local and immigrant gr...
23 mi from route
~57 min detour
$10
near mile 48.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.14 one way
$40.28 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$21.31
$42.63
premium
$5.59
$22.25
$44.51
diesel
$5.61
$22.32
$44.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.3
0
$10.62
$4.85
Efficient EV
25.3
0
$8.85
$4.04
EV Truck/SUV
40.4
0
$14.15
$6.47
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Star Valley, AZ
Morning
in Star Valley on Saturday
Local time
6:11 AM
MST
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maryvale, AZ
Morning
in Maryvale on Saturday
Local time
6:11 AM
MST
Current temp
93°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
52 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 5m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Star Valley, AZ to Maryvale, AZ covers 101.1 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Beeline Highway, Red Mountain Freeway, Papago Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.6 miles from Star Valley, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 101.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 77.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 77.8 miles (AZ 202 Loop / Red Mountain Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 89.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Star Valley, AZ to Maryvale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
